This biopic tells the true story of Korean boxer Kim Deuk-gu. Born into poverty, Kim used boxing to free himself from his bleak surroundings, eventually becoming the world's top lightweight. Tragically, Kim's life was cut short when he died from a blood clot in his brain during a championship fight with Ray Boom Boom Mancini.
Release Date | June 28, 2002 | |
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Status | Released | |
Original Title | 챔피언 | |
Runtime | 1h 55min | |
Budget | — | |
Revenue | — | |
Language | Korean | |
Original Language | Korean | |
Production Countries | South Korea | |
Production Companies | CowellZininsa Film ProductionKorea Pictures |